Sweet Potato Queens Recipe
The Sweet Potato Queens Recipe is a sweet, rich and comforting treat. Inspired by the famous Sweet Potato Queens, this recipe celebrates Southern charm and flavor.
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potato Filling:
- 4 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1/3 cup butter melted
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2:
- Boil sweet potatoes in a large saucepan until tender. Drain well.
Step 3:
- Mash sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy.
Step 4:
- Add melted butter, sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Mix well.
Step 5:
- Spread the mixture evenly in a greased baking dish.
Step 6:
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, butter and pecans.
Step 7:
- Sprinkle topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
Step 8:
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
Step 9:
- Serve warm as a dessert or side dish.
Notes
- Use fresh sweet potatoes for the best flavor.
- Add nutmeg for extra holiday spice.
- Mash until smooth to avoid lumps in filling.
- Double the topping for more crunch.
- Prepare ahead and bake before serving.